Scorpion is a universal functional test solution designed for hard-to-access point-type smoke detectors. It can be permanently installed adjacent to the detector, either as a retrofit or part of a new installation. Once installed, the smoke test can be conducted from a convenient position whenever needed. Scorpion activates smoke detectors using ionization and optical/photoelectric technologies from the world’s leading manufacturers, including detectors integrated with smoke-activated fire door closing systems. The system uses its own cabling, keeping it separate from the fire detection system.
How It Works
A Scorpion Head Unit connects to an accessible Control Panel or Access Point, which serves as the interface for the Service Engineer. The Control Panel or Access Point can be located near the fire panel or control and indicating equipment, allowing the engineer to monitor both the detector activation from the Scorpion and its effect on the detector.
A single Control Panel can manage up to eight Scorpion Head Units, positioned up to 100 meters away (depending on cable type).
For sites with fewer detectors, an Engineers Portable Controller can be used with an Access Point. Each Scorpion Head Unit is permanently wired to the Access Point, also up to 100 meters away depending on cable type.
The system is powered and activated through the Control Panel or Portable Controller using a removable battery pack or baton, keeping it inert when not in use and preventing accidental or malicious activation.
Features
Smoke generation tailored for functional testing of point-type smoke detectors
Adjustable smoke duration to match the characteristics of the system under test
Clearing function for quicker reset and reduced repeat alarms
Testing Capacity
Over 240 tests of 15 seconds per Scorpion Head Unit
Compatible detector types: Optical/photoelectric, Ionization
Stimulus: Benign particulate avoids contamination, delivering consistent, repeatable results approved by leading detector manufacturers
Compliance
Enables functional testing of hard-to-access smoke detectors in full compliance with relevant codes and standards
Provides true functional testing using wide-range smoke particles suitable for multiple detector technologies
Resolves access issues without compromising safety or security regulations
Pedigree & Approvals
Scorpion is designed and manufactured by the world’s leading specialist in fire detector test equipment, the only ISO 9001 registered manufacturer in this field, ensuring quality, reliability, and industry-recognized approval.